How do I tell my mom her grandson died last night?

That really is a tough assignment and there is no easy way to break such sad news. Our family went through 3 sudden deaths within 5 months, none were from illness, drug related or murder. One bro. killed in Iraq, Mom sudden internal hemorrhage, other bro. auto accident.

The news was delivered with compassion but it was still hard to take. This is just my opinion, but you may want to have a short chat with Mom about her grandson and gradually tell her that you have some sad news to tell her about him. She may have an idea what you are going to say. As for telling your brother who is in prison, it might be best if you talked with the Chief Guard and asked him/her to go with you to break the news. It would all depend upon your relationship with him. Do you think that maybe the mother of your nephew's child may have already called and told him?

I'm so sorry about your nephew and wish that you were delivering good news. God Bless and strengthen you.

There is no right way to tell them other then face to face, all you can do is let them know what happened, and be there for support, as far as your brother that is the hardest one. But just fallow your heart, and let god take over and let them know he is in heaven and he is angel looking after the family, I am so sorry for the loss. And a child really breaks my heart, but look to the heavens to find the strength and the way.

First of all let me say I'm sorry for your loss.

Second, you should tell her in person if at all possible. If your family belongs to a church have the pastor come along for support. This will give both of you a chance to grieve, and the pastor can comfort both of you, and offer prayers.